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December 17, 2020

Solving Plumbing Issues With An Expert Remotely - The Safest and Most Budget-Friendly Way To Do Home Projects

December 17, 2020/ Ashley
Solving Plumbing Issues With An Expert Remotely - The Safest and Most Budget-Friendly Way To Do Home Projects

Big news! We can now get expert, licensed plumbing help without having a tradesperson in our homes! During COVID, this is especially important, but I know I’ll be calling up Plunjr for years to come whenever I have a plumbing question - big or small.

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Ashley has been restoring her craftsman bungalow since early 2015. The Gold Hive chronicles the journey of DIYs, restorations, renovations, and stories.

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